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John Bolton Helped Block a Biological Weapons Verification Plan in 2001

John Bolton Helped Block a Biological Weapons Verification Plan in 2001

foreign policy has been marked by a consistent hawkish stance and a series of controversies, particularly concerning his interactions with the inte...

Morgan Ortagus's Non-Voluntary Departure from Trump Administration Raises Concerns in Tel Aviv

Morgan Ortagus's Non-Voluntary Departure from Trump Administration Raises Concerns in Tel Aviv

Morgan Ortagus, deputy to special envoy Steve Witkoff and the official responsible for the Lebanon portfolio in the Trump Administration, is reportedly departing from her role, with sources indicating her departure is not voluntary. Ortagus, known for her conversion to Judaism and strong pro-Israel stance, is considered one of the most ardent supporters of Israel within the administration. Her imminent removal has caused alarm among officials in Jerusalem, who view her as closely aligned with Israeli interests. This development is part of a broader trend of personnel changes within the U.S. administration, which has seen the removal of other officials perceived as pro-Israel, including Merav Ceren and Eric Trager. These removals are reportedly being carried out by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the successor to former National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, who was also dismissed by President Trump. The changes are occurring amidst rising tensions between President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin ...

Trump Envoy Steve Witkoff Reports $107 Million Income from Crypto Venture in 2025, Raising Conflict of Interest Concerns

Trump Envoy Steve Witkoff Reports $107 Million Income from Crypto Venture in 2025, Raising Conflict of Interest Concerns

Steve Witkoff, a special envoy for President Trump, disclosed earning $107 million in 2025 from a holding company that includes his stake in World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a cryptocurrency venture co-founded with President Trump and his family. This income represents more than a threefold increase from the $34 million reported in 2024. The disclosure, a Form 278e submitted to the United States Office of Government Ethics (OGE), does not specify the individual value or income generated from the underlying assets within the holding company, which also includes real estate interests. World Liberty Financial issues USD1, a U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin, and the WLFI governance token. President Trump and Steve Witkoff were named co-founders of World Liberty Financial, though they reportedly stepped back from day-to-day operations after entering public office. Zach Witkoff, Steve Witkoff’s son, serves as the chief executive of the company. The significant increase in Witkoff's reported income while serving in a...

White House Renovation Efforts Intensify Ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's Visit

White House Renovation Efforts Intensify Ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's Visit

Renovation efforts at the White House have intensified as scaffolding is being removed from the iconic covered column entrance on the north side of the building. This accelerated work is reportedly driven by President Trump's desire to showcase the renovations when Chinese President Xi Jinping visits the White House later in the month. The restoration of the entrance has been ongoing for two months and has been largely spearheaded by President Trump himself. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum noted in a July podcast that President Trump personally observed the need for repairs, stating, 'See all this, it needs to be repaired,' when inspecting the door opening and columns while preparing to receive a world leader. The focus on these renovations underscores the importance placed on the White House's appearance for international diplomatic engagements.

Trump Administration Warns Against Foreign Digital Regulations Targeting U.S. Tech Companies

Trump Administration Warns Against Foreign Digital Regulations Targeting U.S. Tech Companies

The Trump administration has reiterated its warning to foreign nations against implementing digital regulations that target American technology companies. This warning comes as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese prepares to travel to New York to promote Australia's digital regulations at the United Nations General Assembly. The U.S. has issued a strong response to Australia's recently announced 'Digital Duty of Care' under its Online Safety Act, which could impose fines exceeding $100 million on U.S. tech giants like Meta and X if they do not comply. This Australian initiative aims to make the internet safer for its citizens by requiring companies to offer users the ability to 'opt in' or 'opt out' of algorithms through a 'My Feed, My Way' program. White House spokesman Kush Desai stated that the administration views foreign penalties, taxes, or digital regulations on U.S. tech platforms as unfair practices and remains committed to addressing these issues with trading partners. Despite these warnings, Prime M...

Representative Lauren Boebert Welcomes White House Actions on Wolf Delisting and Beef Labeling

Representative Lauren Boebert Welcomes White House Actions on Wolf Delisting and Beef Labeling

Representative Lauren Boebert has publicly welcomed recent actions by the Trump administration, which she describes as supportive of Colorado ranchers. These actions include a review of the delisting of gray wolves and Mexican wolves from Endangered Species Act protections, and a push for country-of-origin labeling on American beef. According to Quiver Quantitative, Boebert praised these measures, stating that the White House support is 'real progress' and urging the House and Senate to 'lock it in' to prevent future lawsuits or changes in administration from undoing these efforts. She highlighted her own legislative efforts, including the Pet and Livestock Protection Act, which has passed the House and aims to reissue a 2020 gray wolf delisting rule. Additionally, Boebert expressed her support for mandatory beef labeling and the PRIME Act, advocating for their enactment in the current Congress. This stance aligns with her consistent advocacy for conservative social issues, gun rights, and tax reform.

U.S. Representative Mario Diaz-Balart Congratulates Panama on Forming Taiwan Friendship Group, Signaling Renewed Bilateral Exchanges

U.S. Representative Mario Diaz-Balart Congratulates Panama on Forming Taiwan Friendship Group, Signaling Renewed Bilateral Exchanges

U.S. Representative Mario Diaz-Balart, co-chair of the Congressional Taiwan Caucus, has publicly congratulated Panama's National Assembly for establishing a new interparliamentary friendship group with Taiwan's legislature. This development marks a significant step in renewed bilateral exchanges between Panama and Taiwan, which had ended formal diplomatic ties in June 2017. The Panamanian National Assembly officially formed this multiparty exchange group with Taiwan's Legislative Yuan during an inaugural ceremony. According to Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), 45 of Panama's 71 lawmakers, representing over 60 percent of the assembly, have joined the group. This initiative follows visits by more than 20 Panamanian lawmakers to Taiwan over the past six months, a rare occurrence since the severance of diplomatic relations. Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung of Taiwan welcomed the move, emphasizing shared values of democracy, freedom, and human rights, and expressed hopes for deeper parliamentary diplom...

Trump’s Bizarre History With 9/11

Trump’s Bizarre History With 9/11

The president has spent the past 25 years using the tragedy to fluff his ego and score political points

President Trump Considers Pardon for Former Attorney Michael Cohen Amidst Reconciliation

President Trump Considers Pardon for Former Attorney Michael Cohen Amidst Reconciliation

President Trump has indicated he would consider pardoning his former attorney and fixer, Michael Cohen. This development follows a recent public reconciliation between the two, despite Cohen's past testimony against President Trump in court and before Congress, which led to Cohen being labeled a 'rat' by the President. President Trump stated, 'If everything is checking out, it’s something I would consider,' when asked about Cohen's appeal for presidential clemency. Cohen had previously submitted a pardon application to the White House after being denied by the Biden administration. While Cohen has not fully recanted his testimony, he has expressed a desire to move past his long-standing feud with President Trump, stating he 'felt pressured and coerced' into testifying. This consideration comes after President Trump joined Cohen's radio show last month, marking a significant shift in their relationship. Cohen pleaded guilty in 2018 to federal crimes, including facilitating a $130,000 hush payment to Stormy ...

Germany Urges UN Court to Dismiss Nicaragua's Genocide Case Over Arms Sales to Israel

Germany Urges UN Court to Dismiss Nicaragua's Genocide Case Over Arms Sales to Israel

Germany has requested the United Nations' top court to dismiss a genocide case filed by Nicaragua, which accuses Berlin of facilitating genocide in Gaza by providing arms and military support to Israel. Germany's top lawyer, Julia Monar, argued that Nicaragua improperly filed the case, failing to provide adequate notification and sufficient time for a response before initiating proceedings. Another German lawyer, Antonios Tzanakopoulos, highlighted that Nicaragua's formal notification was sent from a Yahoo email address to a general inbox, rather than through proper diplomatic channels. Germany, a long-standing supporter of Israel and its second-largest arms supplier after the United States, asserts that it meticulously reviews all military equipment exports in accordance with international law. Monar stated that since 2024, Germany has not authorized any export of weapons of war to Israel that could be used in the Gaza conflict. This legal action by Nicaragua is part of broader efforts by countries with h...

The GOP was confident about keeping its Senate majority. Now the fight for control is wide open

The GOP was confident about keeping its Senate majority. Now the fight for control is wide open

Control of the U.S. Senate is up for grabs with less than two months until Election Day

National high school football rankings: Upsets reshape USA TODAY Sports Super 50

National high school football rankings: Upsets reshape USA TODAY Sports Super 50

Check the current 2026 season records for top high school football programs across every state in the country.